George Albert Kettenacker, 85, of Richville, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Perham Living Nursing Home in Perham, Minnesota.

George Albert Kettenacker was born on February 16, 1941, in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, to Walter and Irene (Lemmerman) Kettenacker. He was baptized at Cross Lutheran Church in Rockford, Minnesota. George graduated from Rockford High School in 1959. He worked on his father's farm raising beef cattle, horses, and growing various crops. George also worked for Mammoth Industries as an electrical assembler full time while helping on the farm part time.

Growing up on the farm and around horses instilled a deep love and appreciation for them. He also enjoyed anything outdoors like hunting, fishing, and trapshooting. George was an avid bowler and joined many leagues over the years. He played cards with family and friends and enjoyed dancing.

On August 16, 1996, George was united in marriage with Carol Knutson at Cross Lutheran Church in Rockford. The couple made their home in Richville, Minnesota in 1999 where he resided until his passing.

George is preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Irene, and his brother Dennis Kettenacker.

Deeply loved, George’s passing will be mourned by his wife of 34 years Carol; his children: Michael (Chrissy) Kettenacker, Mark (Angell) Kettenacker, and Stacey Kettenacker; stepchildren: Reenay (David) Ranallo and Dorothy Fix; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and a host of friends.